Peugeot’s motorsport boss Jean-Marc Finot has criticized the FIA WEC for its perceived unfair treatment of the team’s 9X8 Hypercar, stating that despite spending a year improving the car, the desired results have not been achieved on the track. The team’s struggles highlight the complexities of the Balance of Performance system in endurance racing.
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Toyota has revealed its interest in running a third car on a satellite basis in the World Endurance Championship (WEC), following in the footsteps of its rival Ferrari. This move could provide the Japanese manufacturer with more possibilities, though WEC race director Rob Leupen has emphasized that introducing an additional full-season entry in the Hypercar class before 2026 is unlikely.
NASCAR star Kyle Larson has made headlines in the IndyCar world, successfully completing the rookie orientation program at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Joining a growing list of drivers crossing over from other series, Larson and fellow ‘rookies’ are set to make their mark on the 2023 Indy 500.
Esteban Ocon’s Formula 1 future is up in the air as the 2023 season enters its final stretch. The French driver currently racing for Alpine will leave the team at the end of the year, and his options for the 2025 season are limited. Ocon’s management team, led by Toto Wolff, will play a crucial role in securing him a competitive seat for the future.
In the latest Formula E installment, held in the picturesque setting of Monaco, Jean-Eric Vergne finished a frustrating fourth, hot on the heels of DS Penske partner Stoffel Vandoorne. This outcome has significant implications for the Formula E standings, as Vergne was left ruing the missed opportunity to challenge for the win, while Vandoorne secured his first podium finish since winning the all-electric title in 2022.
As Formula E heads to Monaco, DS Automobiles is gearing up to celebrate the iconic race in style. The French manufacturer has designed a unique ‘Grand Gala’ livery for its DS E-TENSE FE23 cars, paying homage to the luxurious outfits worn at Monegasque parties. With drivers Jean-Eric Vergne and Stoffel Vandoorne looking to secure a podium finish, this exclusive design could bring DS Penske the good fortune they need on the streets of Monte Carlo.
Formula E has unveiled its next-generation Gen3 EVO car, featuring significant upgrades including all-wheel-drive technology, a more efficient powertrain, and a blistering 0-60mph time of just 1.82 seconds. This electric racing machine is primed to make its public debut at the upcoming Monaco E-Prix, showcasing the championship’s commitment to speed, sustainability, and innovation.
In a significant move, Rob White, a long-serving member of the Alpine F1 team, has departed from his role as Operations Director. The news comes as the French-registered team continues to address its dismal start to the 2024 Formula 1 season, having secured only two points in the opening eight races. White’s departure is part of the team’s broader operational restructuring efforts, as Alpine seeks to overcome its current struggles and turn its fortunes around.
In a recent interview, Mercedes F1 team principal Toto Wolff dismissed claims of unequal treatment between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, assuring that the team maintains a transparent and fair approach in providing both drivers with the best possible cars, strategies, and support.
In a dramatic turn of events at the Monaco Grand Prix, Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz benefited from an unusual restart after an early red flag, with Alfa Romeo’s Zhou Guanyu playing a crucial role in the sequence of events. Explore the complexities of Formula 1 regulations and how they can dramatically influence race outcomes.